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Bahrain reaffirms commitment to Zero neutrality

TDT | Manama                      

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com  

Bahrain reaffirmed its commitment yesterday to reaching zero neutrality by 2060 during the 13th session of the General Assembly of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Participating in the opening session, Electricity and Water Affairs Minister, Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, said the Kingdom is implementing interim goals to achieve renewable energy and energy efficiency.

He also highlighted the steps taken to encourage investments in renewable energy projects and increase the percentage of renewable energy resources in the total energy mix.

The minister also participated in other ministerial sessions to discuss the future vision, plans and experiences in renewable and clean energy.

The sessions stressed the top ole of renewable energy to contribute to preserving the environment and addressing climate change without negatively affecting development efforts.

The two-day event ends today.